Nauvoo with Energy- Day 5 Part 1

We were fortunate to have a sister in our ward who just returned from serving in Nauvoo give us pointers--places to eat, order of things to do, and what not to miss. With two days to spend, we set off after a quick breakfast and walked over to the visitor center.

TIP #7 THERE IS PLENTY OF PARKING THROUGHOUT NAUVOO--DRIVE AND SAVE YOUR TIME FOR VIEWING THE HOMES.

Between the mugginess and tired bodies, we were slow to begin our experience. Always start at the visitors center and get your tickets for events--oxen or carriage rides, performances, etc. We started off with a carriage ride the skirted the Northern part of Nauvoo and met a family (mother and 2 daughters). The girls connected with Kirsten who is Emma's age and had fun running into them multiple times during our stay.

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We were entertained with stories  and saw the structure that made Nauvoo unique. It was a spiritual ride that made you appreciate the early saints struggles and triumphs. We saw Inspiration Point that Joseph would often visit for peace, a well that someone fell into, buildings owned and operated that existed back in the day and a better understanding of the clay structure of the city.

 

With renewed energy and purpose, we set off to see the city. After a stop at the Scovil Bakery were we learned about bustle ovens (the ovens came before the women's dress) and enjoyed a molasses cookie or two, we were entertained at the Cultural Hall with Just Plain Anna Amanda. Amidst the senior missionaries that give tours and bear their testimonies, the summer brings youth missionaries (prior to missions) that help with the entertainment. They come prepared to sing, dance, and provide a youthful vigor to the atmosphere.